[Full Outline] 2018 Schedule

Tentative 2018 Full Dragon Con BritTrack Schedule

Note: Tentative means that this schedule is subject to change. This is not a final schedule. The final schedule will be in the Dragon Con APP once the schedule is released. Questions about the schedule can be sent to britishmedia@dragoncon.org.

With the arrival of BritBox, Apricot TV, & other streaming services, us Americans are flooded with choices for British TV–so much so that you might not know what to watch! Receive helpful advice on the best & newest shows from our knowledgeable panel of couch potatoes.

While Sherlock Holmes may have been his own mobile crime lab, he did occasionally do science. Our experts will review current procedures & scientific techniques used in modern criminal investigations & how these were reflected, or perhaps predicted, in Sherlockian lore.

When it comes to drama, British literature has no equal. From the anonymous author of Beowulf to the speculative fiction of H.G. Wells, these classics are made again & again. What makes Brit Lit so popular for telly & film? This panel hopes to find out.

All questions about the Doctor Who Universe may be asked & will be answered. Questions from the classic series, new series, novels, comic books, spinoffs, & audios are welcome. Even the oldest question in the Universe…hidden in plain sight.

From the Avengers, Danger Man, the Prisoner, and many others, everyone wants a piece of the 007 mystique. This panel discusses the many rivals of James Bond in a “March Madness” style bracket talkoff. Who will end up on top?

From companions & villains to directors, writers, & producers (and soon the Doctor herself), women have had a lasting impact on the show over the past 54 years. Their changing roles & indelible footprints will be discussed.

From Cosgrove Hall and Wallace & Gromit, UK cartoons have become an institution. This early-morning viewing party will start off your Saturday with a laugh.

Presenters: Volunteer: Angela Hartley

Sat 07:00 am; Galleria 5; 2.5 Hour(s); Review

50 Years of The Beatles: The White Album & Yellow Submarine

Audience: General

50 years ago, the most influential album & film in the history of the world was released by the iconic Beatles. This panel discusses the legacy of the beloved band & the influence of The White Album & the film Yellow Submarine.

Some 30 years ago, a man went into stasis to protect his pet cat, & the rest is history! The crew of the Jupiter mining ship Red Dwarf have caused more chaos in the universe than a gaggle of John Wayne-obsessed Scutters. We’ll look back on their wacky adventures. Fun fun fun!

Official MOSW Guidelines state that any competition of Silly Walks must be overseen by qualified Ministry personnel. Contestants will be judged on difficulty, originality, & silliness. All must sign the Official Silliness Act of 1927 [REDACTED].

BritTrack’s Costume Contest! Details on british.dragoncon.org. Signup all day Friday between panels & Saturday morning 7am-10am in the Hilton, Galleria 5. Winners announced during the Sunday night Doctor Who Ball.

The adventures of Dirk Gently is back for another season! This oddball adventure & journey into the nature of reality through the eyes of a holistic detective has warmed hearts & confused minds. Trivia & discussions into all things Dirk Gently found here.

Presenters: Panelist: Caro McCully, Panelist: Mark Heffernan

Sat 05:30 pm; « Galleria 5; 1 Hour(s); Review

Humans: The Revolution Is Amongst Us

Audience: General

Synths & humans struggle to work out some sort of detente, but it may be doomed when difficulties rise within their own circles. A look back over Season 3 of this intriguing series.

When Doctor Who becomes Disney’s latest acquisition, the Doctor is forced to take on his most annoying companion–a Disney princess. An all-ages puppet show presented by Atlanta-based puppeteers, Felt Nerdy! www.feltnerdy.com

The British royal family has been the subject of countless fictionalizations, but Netflix’s The Crown and PBS’s Victoria elevate their story to award-winning new levels. Fans discuss just what makes this one family’s history such rich fodder for great television. (See Alt History for presenters’ list.) [[-19]]

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Sat 08:30 pm; «» Athens; 1 Hour(s); Review

2nd Annual Vogon Poetry Slam!

Audience: General

A Poetry Slam! Yes, a poetry slam in true Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy form: Vogon style! A coming together of reading, writing, reciting, & creating some of the worst poetry in the universe, along with some chatting about HHGTTG. All for less than 30 Altairian dollars a day!

Trina Parks (Thumper in Diamonds Are Forever) & a few mere mortals will look at what being a Bond Girl means, what it was like being in Diamonds Are Forever, her career, & anything else Bond. Cross-track panel with Film Track. (See Film Track for presenters list)

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Sat 08:30 pm; «» The Learning Center; 1 Hour(s); Review

BritTrack After Dark – Love Island Speed Dating

Audience: Mature Audience

Anglophile? Looking for your companion? Meet singles & play games as you couple up on BritTrack’s Love Island to find your potential match!

Presenters: Volunteer: Caro McCully, Volunteer: Andrew Hartley

Sat 10:00 pm; Galleria 5; 1 Hour(s); Review

BritTrack After Dark – Shakin’ Your Speare! (Adult Shakespeare)

Audience: Mature Audience

Shakespeare is a cheeky one, & we are here to have some fun with him. A game show of odd naughty games centered around insults & innuendos with a focus on all things William Shakespeare. Time…to…play.

How do you enforce the law when the world will end in the next five years? When two detectives find out the truth about the end of the world, this becomes their dilemma. A discussion of the new hit show Hard Sun.

This panel will discuss the recent seasons aired/streamed in the US of Poldark, Victoria, Endeavor, old favorites, & their upcoming projects The War of the Worlds, Vanity Fair, and the Pride & Prejudice reboot, which are all brought to us from Mammoth Screen Productions.

Not many comedians can make the jump to serious acting, but Nick Frost has done it with ease. We’ll talk with Nick about his beginnings on Spaced and his work on the Cornetto Trilogy and Attack the Block, and answer a few questions.

The Earth Station Who podcast crew host a retrospective of the Twelfth Doctor from the introduction of the Angry Eyebrows to his struggle to be a Good Man to ending where he began. Sonic sunglasses optional.

For 20 years, Big Finish has led the way with original Doctor Who audioplays, while expanding their talents to other ranges like Dan Dare, The Prisoner, Torchwood, & Star Cops, to name a few. We’ll discuss the sprawling history of their audio ranges & the future their brand.

Unappreciated by his creator, Sherlock Holmes went on to popular acclaim & universal recognition. He has been re-imagined countless times by actors & fans alike. We will talk about his wide appeal, including the portrayal by Benedict Cumberbatch in the recent BBC series.

Classic Series Doctor Who is still going strong! Complete season releases indulge the modern appetite for binging, while Big Finish Audios have become the champion of “new” classic Doctor Stories. Grab your scarf & explore the original series in depth!

The best party this side of Raxacoricofallapatorius! We’ll rock on like an Axon late into the night. Dance to our new DJ Black Sunshine’s tunes & stay for our Pageant of Rassilon Winner Announcements at midnight! Allons-y!

Presenters: Volunteer: Caro McCully

Sun 10:00 pm; « Grand Salon; 4 Hour(s); Review

BritTrack After Dark – Team Trivia!

Audience: General

Form a team, study up, & come to the best, most tea-driven team-trivia contest at the Con! Categories will include (but are not limited to) Doctor Who, Sherlock, Orphan Black, British royalty, geography, Doctor Who extended universe, James Bond, British music, & oh so much more.

Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett’s popularity have only increased in recent years, with popular television shows based on their stories either in production or on the air. We discuss the source material & the differences that manifest in interpreting their work for mass media.

Fans of Disney’s Christopher Robin, Winnie-the-Pooh, and all his friends from the Hundred-Acre Woods come together to discuss the new film & all things Pooh! In conjunction with the Kaleidoscope Track.

Presenters: Volunteer: Melissa Weibley, Volunteer: Angela Hartley

Mon 11:30 am; «» Piedmont; 1 Hour(s); Review

The Doctor Who Game Show!

Audience: General

From Doctor Draw, Name That Catchphrase, and Match That Companion, the challenges are laid down & our judges are ready to comment. This panel is all about game-show audience interaction & the Doctor.